Here in Pleasanton, we’ve got a shopping experience for everyone. Try the mall, a sprawling metropolis with over 165 stores and restaurants. If you’re shopping on the go, we offer convenient commuter shopping along our interstate corridors. For residents, there are neighborhood shops located throughout the various districts. Yet, if unique is on the agenda, we’ve also got an awesome, vibrant downtown with independent and local retailers.

But really, why shop in Pleasanton?

Spending locally ensures that our sales taxes are reinvested right here in our community. Shopping in Pleasanton doesn’t just help the shop owners or the city, local shopping also promotes a sense of community and involvement. Also, out of every $100 spent at an independently owned Pleasanton store, $46 stays in our community. And that’s extraordinary!

As we near the holidays, shopping for gifts is on the top of our lists. Pleasanton Downtown Association is featuring "12 Days of Downtown Deals" with numerous merchants offering specials and discounts beginning on December 10 through December 21. Look for these two local businesses that are dedicated to bringing you personable customer service and unique products. Shop small and support our small businesses in Pleasanton!
KJ Couture has been in Pleasanton for three years and started the company off Instagram in 2013. Their Pleasanton location is perfect in downtown and they love the atmosphere and sense of community by being a business on Main Street. Come check out their specialty item of Shapewear! They are located at 706 Main Street.
The Gourmet Works is no stranger to downtown Pleasanton. This family-owned and operated business has been in downtown for 20 years! They are located at 420 Main Street and love being in the heart of Pleasanton's downtown district. All of their chocolates are handmade on the premises... come in on December 15 for $5 off any purchase over $25! You're sure to find a holiday gift in Downtown Pleasanton! ... [ Read More ]

Come to Downtown Pleasanton for "friendly, personal service, exciting events, and fast special orders" at Towne Center Books. Owner, Judy Wheeler has been in business for 23 years and her goal is to keep every customer satisfied. Supporting small business helps shops like Judy's stay in business, so stop on by and you may even get to meet the shop's furry greeter, Max.
Speaking of furry friends, could you use some unique pet supplies? Murphy's Paw is just the ticket... Dean Mancini has owned this Downtown Pleasanton gem for 10 years. It's family-owned and is dedicated to serving the community with all your pet needs. #Shopsmall at Towne Center Books and Murphy's Paw on Small Business Saturday, November 24 and remember to shop all year-round to support small businesses in Pleasanton! ... [ Read More ]

Support your favorite local spots, or find new ones in Pleasanton! Small Business Saturday is a day for everyone – from the business owners who create jobs to the customers who buy locally – to support small businesses that invigorate the economy and keep communities thriving. American Express started the Shop Small movement in an effort to support these local places that make our communities strong. They launched Small Business Saturday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, hoping to help bring more holiday shopping to small businesses.

In Pleasanton, there are over 3,750 small businesses that employ more than 33,500 people collectively. Supporting these businesses is a critical component of restoring and rebuilding a healthy economy. Let’s support small businesses by shopping small on November 24. Pleasanton Downtown Association is hosting an Open House in historic Downtown Pleasanton with free photos with Santa at Museum on Main located at 603 Main Street from 10 am – 1 pm. Over 30 downtown merchants will be participating in this all-day event by offering special discounts on shopping, dining, and services. Balloons, stickers, shopping bags, pet bandanas, pens and more will be given to lucky customers throughout the day as a thank you for supporting local businesses.

“When we support our local businesses by shopping here in Pleasanton, our sales tax dollars stay in the community. For every $100 spent, $46 stays here based on an independent retail study conducted several years ago,” said Lisa Adamos, City of Pleasanton Economic Development Specialist. Show your support when you shop in Pleasanton on November 24. Take a selfie at your favorite business, tag the business plus #inPleasantonCA, #downtownpleasanton, #pleasanton and share them with #shopsmallpleasanton. Let’s make November 24 the Biggest Day of the Year for small businesses in Pleasanton!

Pleasanton is located in Northern California, 40 miles southeast of San Francisco in the beautiful Tri-Valley. Home to over 77,000 residents, Pleasanton’s highly educated population and workforce reflects a community of top-ranked schools and a thriving business community of more than 4,000 companies. The city has more than 1,200 acres of surrounding parks, open space and trails with spectacular vistas and abundant recreational opportunities. Historic Downtown Pleasanton offers a mix of unique shops, services and restaurants. Money Magazine lists Pleasanton as one of the “50 Best Cities to Live” in 2014 and ranked #9 Top Earning Towns in the Nation.